Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. This role involves preparing bakery and deli items, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring adherence to food safety standards. With a focus on customer satisfaction, you'll engage with customers, recommend products, and help meet sales goals. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion while providing opportunities for growth and development. If you are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, this part-time opportunity could be your next step.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions)

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Emotional and financial support programs

Associate discounts on various products

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth and training

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit after employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages customer return.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

Education

Food handlers permit

Job description

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Job Description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor all established quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in correct portions to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to customers.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients per recipes using kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality and review "sell by" dates.
• Properly use kitchen equipment including stove, scale, fryer, steamer, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay updated on current, seasonal, and promotional ads.
• Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
• Maintain proper temperatures and logs for cases and coolers.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
• Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs.
• Report accidents involving customers or employees.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
• Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit after employment

Desired:

• Customer Service skills
• Experience in Bakery or Deli
• Retail experience

About Us

From a single Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states under 28 different names. We take pride in bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by our purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate continuously to create memorable experiences for customers, communities, and our associates, with food at the core.

People matter here. We strive to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with valuable benefits and opportunities. If you’re caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.

Whether seeking part-time work or a new career, we have an opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

The Kroger Family offers comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions)
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off
• Emotional and financial support programs
• Associate discounts on various products
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and training

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Dairy Product Manufacturing